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WOOLACOTT - Mr. Lorne Bruce Woolacott, beloved husband of Mrs. Thelma Woolacott, passed away at the Foothills Hospital on November 3, 1997 at the age of 82 years. Besides his loving wife, Lorne is also survived by his daughter Jeannette Payne of Calgary; two grandsons, Dwayne Payne and Don Carpenter; a granddaughter Teena Payne; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter Vera Paul on February 15, 1986. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), today, November 6, 1997 and Friday, November 7, 1997 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Saturday, November 8, 1997 and Sunday, November 9, 1997 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway's "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), on Monday, November 10, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Michael C. Ward of Central United Church officiating. In living memory of Lorne Woolacott, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Chapel of the Bells", 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. (11/6/1997).
WYNNE - Mary (Mamie) McKenzie Wynne passed away at the Foothills Hospital on December 8, 1997 at the age of 86 years. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Frank B. Mary is survived by sons, Lorne (Janette), Jerry (Shirley); and daughter Doreen Fowlie, all of Calgary; nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Mamie and Frank were lifetime members of the Optimist Club and past members of the Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club. Mamie and Frank resided in the Renfrew district for fifty-three years and Mamie spent her last three years in the Mountview Seniors Apartments. Mamie will always be warmly remembered for her loving generosity of spirit to all of those who knew her and her devoted love and support to her family. She will be deeply missed. Funeral Services will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. on Thursday, December 11, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, T2G 3Y6. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors.
SCOTT - William A. (Bill), beloved husband of Mrs. Orla Scott for fifty-six years, passed away at the Rosedale Hospice on December 27, 1997 at the age of 77 years. Bill is survived by his children, Bryan (Brenda) Scott, Bonnie (Doug) Cranston, Cheryl (Bruce) Haight, all of Calgary; his grandchildren, Elisse Bagnall, Brett Scott, James and Colleen Cranston, and Ryan and Caitlin Haight; great-grandchildren, Melissa, Marcus, Brandon and Justin. He is also survived by his brothers, Earl, Emerson, Glen, Vince; and by his sisters, Lena and Florence, all of Ontario. He is predeceased by his parents, William Robert and Annie Scott, his brothers, Raymond and Guy, and his sister Lila. A Memorial Service will be held at the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, December 31, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society (Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2). Cremation and Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEWCEMETERY and FUNERAL HOME, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (3 km East of 68 Street S.E.). (12/29/1997).
SEENEY - Maurice Frederick, passed away peacefully at the Agape Manor Hospice on Tuesday, November 18, 1997 at the age of 69 years. By Maurice's request, no Funeral Service will be held. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Agape Manor Hospice, 1302 - 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary T2N 1B8. JACQUES FUNERAL HOME, Directors. (11/21/1997).
MACHON - Olive Mabel is the loving mother of Jeanette (Gerry) Wright of California and John Machon (Cathy) of Calgary; as well as seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Glenn McIntosh and Gordon McIntosh, both of Edmonton, AB. Olive was predeceased by her husband J.L. Machon and her son George Machon. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, October 25, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY and FUNERAL HOME, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (3 km East of 68 Street S.E.). (10/24/1997).
MACK - (nee Zimmerman). Mary of Calgary passed away at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre on December 21, 1997 at the age of 90 years. She is the loving mother of six sons and four daughters. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, as well as many other family members. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband Adam in 1992. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Sunday, December 28, 1997 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church (640 - 19 Avenue N.W.) on Monday, December 29, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Irek Bem, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre (722 - 16 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6V7) or to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY and FUNERAL HOME, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (3 km East of 68 Street S.E.). (12/27/1997).
MACKENZIE - Catherine. Born in Calgary, January 31, 1912, passed away June 22, 1997. Catherine (Kay) will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Survived by her loving family, sisters, Janet and Mina; and niece Roberta (Vancouver); nephew Stewart (Japan); brother-in-law Russell. Predeceased by sister Rachel (Calgary). Prior to her retirement Catherine was on the staff of the Calgary General Hospital. She was a lifetime active member of Knox Presbyterian Church. Committal will take place at Burnsland Cemetery Family Plot, Wednesday June 25 at 1:00 p.m. Celebration of Catherine's Life will take place at Knox Presbyterian Church, Wednesday, June 25 at 2:30 p.m. The Reverend M. Marpole will officiate at both Services. Our special thanks to the Reverend Marpole, members of Knox Congregation and Catherine's many friends, whose compassion, caring and support for her has touched our hearts. If one so desires, a donation may be made in her memory to Knox Presbyterian Church, 3704 - 37 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T3E 3C3 (Memorial Fund) (6/25/1997).
RISLER - Mr. Francis (Frank) Robert Risler, beloved best friend and husband of Mrs. Kimberley Risler of Innisfail, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 20, 1997, at the age of 34 years. Frank was born May 11, 1963, in Lethbridge and moved to Calgary in 1965. He later moved with his family to Crossfield and attended school there, as well as Airdrie. After high school, Frank moved to Fort MacMurray for six years where he apprenticed as an industrial electrician. Frank and Kim were married in 1985. In Calgary, Frank enrolled in the Industrial Instrumentation Technology Program S.A.I.T. Following his graduation, he began working for Amoco Canada at the Crossfield gas plant. In 1995, he was transferred to Innisfail. Besides his loving wife, Kim, Frank is survived by a son Anthony, age eight; and four daughters, Brittany, age nine, Laurissa, age seven, Mattison, age four, and Eden, age eighteen months; and his sister-in-law Brandy Paris. He is also survived by his parents, Bill and Dene Risler of Crossfield; and his mother-in-law Elsa Jackson and family; as well as Robert Jackson; two brothers and two sisters and their families, Jim of Airdrie and his sons, Greg and Brad; Maureen and Terry Parkinson of Courtenay, B.C. and their sons, Bill and Michael; Rick and Jennifer Risler of Olds and their daughters, Staci, Jillian and Danielle; and Linda and Tony Backs of Crossfield and their family, A.J., Jayden and Chelsea. Funeral Services will be held at Innisfail Baptist Church (5204 Woodland Road, South of 37 Avenue, Innisfail), today, December 23, 1997, at 1:00 p.m.with Pastor Garry Francis officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Crossfield Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Child Find Alberta, 101, 424 - 10 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1V9. In living memory of Frank Risler, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS and HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Airdrie Funeral Home", 300 TOWER LANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE, ALBERTA. (12/23/1997).
